Groundskeeper - North Campus; 1St Shift

Overview

The Groundskeeper is responsible for maintaining the appearance, cleanliness, and safety of outdoor areas, including lawns, gardens, walkways, and other landscaped areas of the organization. The role involves performing a variety of tasks such as mowing, trimming, planting, and weeding to ensure that the grounds are well-kept and aesthetically pleasing. The Groundskeeper will also assist with minor repairs, seasonal clean-up, and equipment maintenance.

• Maintain lawns by mowing, trimming, edging, and aerating as needed.
• Plant, water, fertilize, prune, and trim trees, shrubs, and flowers to ensure healthy growth and maintain the aesthetic appearance of the landscape.
• Remove weeds, debris, and trash from grounds, walkways, and landscaped areas regularly.
• Operate and maintain groundskeeping equipment and tools such as lawnmowers, trimmers, blowers, and hand tools.
• Assist with the installation and repair of irrigation systems to ensure proper watering of lawns and landscaped areas.
• Apply fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides, and other chemicals to control pests and weeds, following safety guidelines and protocols.
• Perform seasonal maintenance tasks, including leaf removal, snow and ice removal, and preparation of outdoor areas for different weather conditions.
• Perform minor repairs to outdoor structures, fences, walkways, and other grounds-related fixtures.
• Report any safety hazards, equipment malfunctions, or maintenance needs to the Grounds Maintenance Supervisor.
• Assist with setup and breakdown of outdoor areas for special events as needed.
• Follow all safety procedures and guidelines to ensure a safe working environment.
• Ability to provide 24-hour on-call coverage, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed. Must be available to respond to emergencies or urgent requests during these times to ensure continuity of care/services.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Demonstrates flexibility with assignments within professional scope/duties/licensure.

• Preferred Experience
• Previous experience in groundskeeping, landscaping, or a related field is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of landscaping techniques, lawn care, plant care, and grounds maintenance equipment.
• Ability to operate and maintain groundskeeping tools and equipment safely and effectively.
• Physical ability to perform manual labor outdoors, including lifting, bending, standing, and working in various weather conditions.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and complete tasks efficiently and independently.

• Required Licensure/Education
• Valid drivers license - must be able to submit proof of valid driving record.

• Preferred Education
• High school diploma or GED

Riverside Healthcare offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and nationally rated employee well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more so your journey at and away from work is remarkable. Our Total Rewards package includes:

• Base compensation within the positions pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift differential, on-call
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

• Paid Leave Hours accrued as you work

Exposure/Sensory Requirements:

• Chemicals:
  Fertilizers, pesticides, weed killers, cleaning agents.
• Video Display Terminals:
  Average
• Blood and Body Fluids:
  Potential is not likely, position generally works outdoors.
• TB or Airborne Pathogens:
  Potential not likely, position generally works outdoors.

Sensory Requirements (speech, Vision, Smell, Hearing,…